How To Fix IH138 - Order &1 has no change authorization in the current system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Order &1 has no change authorization in the current system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH138 - Order &1 has no change authorization in the current system ?

  The SAP error message IH138 ("Order &1 has no change authorization in the current system") typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to an order (such as a maintenance order, production order, etc.) but lacks the necessary authorization to do so. This can happen for various reasons, including user role configurations, authorization object settings, or system-specific restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to change the order. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed, closed).
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict changes to certain orders based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations for the order type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Order Status:
  
  Check the status of the order to ensure it is not in a state that prohibits changes. You can do this by using transaction codes like IW32 (for maintenance orders) or CO02 (for production orders).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you identify that the user lacks the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the roles or create new authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to order management in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SPRO under the relevant modules (e.g., Plant Maintenance, Production Planning).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes to authorizations or configurations, test the changes by attempting to modify the order again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to order management include I_AUFM (for maintenance orders) and C_AUFM (for production orders). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IW32 - Change Maintenance Order
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and order processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IH138 error and implement a solution to resolve it.